Walking the Great Wall

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Days: 9
Our saving: $103
From $1,545: US $ 1,479

Cost/day $164

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Exodus Travels

Hiking & Trekking

Excellent: 87 reviews

Starts: Beijing
+4 Destinations: Great Wall of China
Ends: Beijing

Highlights

Start and end in Beijing! With the hiking & trekking tour Walking the Great Wall, you have a 9 day tour package taking you through Beijing, China and 4 other destinations in China. Walking the Great Wall includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Age range: 16 to 99 year olds
Accommodation: Hotel
Max Group Size: 16
Travel style: Hiking & Trekking, Attraction-Based Hikes, In-depth Cultural
Operator: Exodus Travels

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Introduction

Day 1: Arrive Beijing; free afternoon and Beijing duck dinner
Day 2: Drive to Huanghuacheng Great Wall section; afternoon begin trekking.
Day 3: Morning trek from Mutianyu to Jiankou, passing many watchtowers.
Day 4: A challenging but beautiful morning trek at Jiankou’s ‘wild’ wall; transfer to Gubeikou and explore this section.
Day 5: Hike the Great Wall Jinshanling section; transfer back to Gubeikou.
Day 6: The most challenging walk today along the Panlongshan section; return to Gubeikou for the night.
Day 7: Majiagou Hill walk with views of Crouching Tiger Great Wall; drive to Beijing via Niangniang Temple.
Day 8: Beijing city tour visiting hutongs, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.
Day 9: Our trips ends today in Beijing after breakfast.

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Accommodation
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Guide
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Meals
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Transport
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87 Reviews

Excellent: 64%
Good: 29%
Average: 5%
Rather Poor: 2%
Bad: 0%

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Natalie
Written on April 24, 2019
5.0 - Excellent
The tour was absolutely incredible. Every day the hiking was so different and the wall incredible. The food was excellent. Accommodation is basic but that is all part of the experience.
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Alison
Written on April 27, 2018
5.0 - Excellent
The trip exceeded expectations. Our guide in Beijing was exemplary and shared with us so many aspects about his culture and history. The range of activities was far reaching and the ability to appreciate two cities (we did the Xian extension) together... Read more
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Steph
Written on April 15, 2017
5.0 - Excellent
Just back from hiking the Great Wall of China and it has been awesome. From start to finish Exodus and Jerry the local tour Manager have made sure everything was taken care of so we could enjoy this once in a lifetime trip, The weather early April was... Read more
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Martin Gregory
Written on November 7, 2013
5.0 - Excellent
This was a trip of a lifetime! Trekking the Great Wall was an amazing experience, led by a brilliant guide. Would highly recommend it!What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?Actually walking on the Great Wall is an incredible experience. YouÂ... Read more
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Norman Maudsley
Written on October 8, 2013
5.0 - Excellent
The China trip was organised to perfection, those employed to make the trip a success in China worked hard and always with individuals interest - a credit to your partners.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?Walking along the natural... Read more
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Rosanna Williamswood
Written on October 8, 2013
5.0 - Excellent
Outstanding local rep with Kevin (Great Wall of China). Trip was just as described.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?Being in less tourist type places.What did you think of your group leader?Kevin really made the trip. Great sense of... Read more
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Robert Dyke
Written on October 7, 2013
5.0 - Excellent
the trek exceeded my expectations and encourages me to book another trek.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?The Great Wall was amazing and each stretch confirmed that the Wall is well worth the visit.What did you think of your group... Read more
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Rachael Johnson
Written on August 28, 2013
5.0 - Excellent
An excellent trip, well organised, and a real experience! Each day brought a new challenge, and our Tour Leader Jerry was a fantastic leader - a real motivator on achey mornings! The food was the biggest culture shock, but if you aren't fussy it wont be a... Read more
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Deirdre O&#039;Connor
Written on August 27, 2013
5.0 - Excellent
A really enjoyable trip, with a great guide and a fantastic group of people. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?I really enjoyed the variety of walks on the Great Wall. Each day brought different scenery, and different challenges, whether... Read more
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Philippa Last
Written on August 25, 2013
5.0 - Excellent
A rare treat of a trip which allows you to be at 'one' with the Great Wall, seeing expanses of countryside, staying in local, friendly guesthouses with a dash of Beijing at beginning and end!What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?The first day... Read more
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Questions & Answers

Here we have collected and answered the most frequently asked questions about this tour.

How many miles per day?
The daily mileage ranges from 1.9 to 10.6 miles a day
What are the inclusions of this tour?
Please see what is included here:

8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners

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All transport and listed activities

Tour leader throughout

Arrival & departure transfers

We offer 3 star clean and comfortable accommodation.
You can see the detailed itinerary and trip notes on our website.
Your bags are transported for you while hiking, you would just be responsible for your day pack.

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